Wildfire-induced cancellations hit LA Philharmonic's concert lineup
The LA Philharmonic Orchestra, one of the 'Big Five' American orchestras, has been significantly impacted by the devastating wildfires in and around Los Angeles. The wildfires have forced the cancellation of multiple concerts in January 2025, including a highly anticipated performance featuring Yo-Yo Ma performing Bach's prelude at Notre Dame cathedral, and a concert showcasing the music of contemporary composer Nicolás Lell Benavides.
The wildfires have disrupted the schedule of the LA Philharmonic Orchestra, causing cancellations of performances from 9 to 12 January 2025 and a concert on 14 January. These cancellations were due to safety concerns related to the wildfires that posed risks locally. The orchestra's home, the world-class acoustic of the Walt Disney Concert Hall in downtown Los Angeles, has not been spared from the effects of the wildfires.
Many musicians and staff of the LA Philharmonic Orchestra are dealing with the aftermath of the wildfires, and some are unable to work due to the damage caused. The orchestra expresses its support for those affected by the wildfires and gratitude towards firefighters and first responders.
The LA Philharmonic Orchestra's website has been updated to inform would-be audience members about the cancellation, and tickets for the cancelled concert will be automatically refunded to the original method of payment. As of now, no specific rescheduled dates or further updates on the LA Philharmonic concerts post-January 2025 cancellations have been indicated.
The next scheduled concert for the LA Philharmonic Orchestra is on Thursday 16 January, with Philippe Jordan conducting Tchaikovsky's 'Pathétique' Symphony. For ongoing updates, monitoring official LA Philharmonic announcements or local news covering wildfire management and community event schedules would be advisable.
Gustavo Dudamel, who consistently receives rave reviews from critics, conducts the LA Philharmonic Orchestra. The orchestra performs approximately 300 events a year, mainly at Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, The Ford, and the Beckmen YOLA Center. Despite the setbacks, the LA Philharmonic Orchestra remains committed to bringing music to the community and continues to express its resilience in the face of adversity.
The ongoing climate-change-induced wildfires in Los Angeles have disrupted the environment-science field, particularly affecting the LA Philharmonic Orchestra's schedule. Unexpected cancelations of performances from January 9 to 14, 2025, and the concert on the 14th, were due to safety concerns related to the surrounding wildfires.
